Nokia C32 vs ZTE Axon 50 Ultra

The Nokia C32 (2023) runs on the Unisoc, while the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 37/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C32 doesn't.

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C32 by 36 points (73/100 vs 37/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C32
Performance
Display 39
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability 53
Value for money
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Performance 71
Display 89
Camera 86
Battery 56
Portability 50
Value for money
What makes Nokia C32 better?

  • Better portability (53/100 vs 50/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 50 Ultra better?
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 10W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (86/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (56/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia C32 vs the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra scores 36 points higher (73/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C32 (89/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C32 (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia C32 and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).

Nokia C32: The Nokia C32 is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra: The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia C32 ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Processor Unisoc Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
AnTuTu 1425446
Geekbench Single 1761
Geekbench Multi 4688
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2400
Refresh rate 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 10W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 32 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 12GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13 Android 12, MyOS 12
NFC no yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 164.6×75.9×8.6 mm 161.8×73.1×8.9 mm
Weight 199 g 199 g
Price
Camera comparison
Nokia C32
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
86
camera
Display comparison
Nokia C32
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
39
display
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Nokia C32
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C32 (89/100 vs 39/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C32 (86/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia C32 and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C32 or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C32 by 36 points (73/100 vs 37/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia C32 and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Nokia C32 has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia C32 or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 30/100).

Should you choose the Nokia C32 over the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?

The Nokia C32 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.